Viagra Boys are a Swedish post-punk band formed in Stockholm in 2015, fronted by the tattooed, deadpan Sebastian Murphy. Saxophone, motorik grooves, and lyrics skewering toxic masculinity and conspiracy culture — Street Worms (2018) and Welfare Jazz (2021) are the ones to grab first, with Cave World (2022) close behind. Browse Viagra Boys vinyl, CDs, and reissues at Wax Trax Records.
Viagra Boys formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 2015. Fronted by the tattooed, charismatic Sebastian Murphy, the band emerged from the Stockholm punk scene and built an international reputation through provocative, darkly comic music and energetic live shows. They have become one of the most prominent acts in the contemporary post-punk revival.
Viagra Boys play post-punk, garage punk, and art punk infused with saxophone, electronic textures, and propulsive, groove-driven rhythms. Murphy's deadpan, sneering vocals deliver satirical lyrics targeting toxic masculinity, conspiracy culture, and modern absurdity. Their blend of menace and humor has defined their distinctive identity.
The band's albums have appeared in colored-vinyl variants through YEAR0001 and partner labels, of interest to collectors of the contemporary post-punk revival. Street Worms and Welfare Jazz pressings are popular among fans.
Listeners new to Viagra Boys often start with Street Worms (2018) or Welfare Jazz (2021). For related listening, see and .
